Recall 19-168, published July 16, 2019
K2 Sports VO2 S inline skates
Compare the model on your label, then check any serial numbers, date codes, and exclusions in the notice. A model match alone does not confirm that your unit is included.
Affected model numbers
I190201201K2 is printed on the toe and wheels of the skates and the model name is printed on the label found on the tongue of the skate as well as the Velcro ankle strap.
Which products are included?
This recall involves the following K2 Sports skate models. K2 is printed on the toe and wheels of the skates and the model name is printed on the label found on the tongue of the skate as well as the Velcro ankle strap. The Item Number can be found on the product ID sticker on the skate packaging and is the first ten numbers of the thirteen digit product code (PROD CODE). Item Number (PROD CODE) Model Name Color I190201101 VO2 S 90 PRO M Black/Steel/Red I190201201 VO2 S 90 PRO W Black/Blue I190201301 VO2 S 100 PRO M Black/Yellow I190201401 VO2 S 100 X PRO W (Hi Lo) Black /Purple I190201501 VO2 S 100 BOA Red/White
Confirm these details on the official CPSC noticeWhy it was recalled
The skate axle can become loose or a portion of the axle can sheer off during use resulting in a wheel separating from the skate's frame, posing a fall hazard.
Official remedy
Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled skates and contact K2 Sports or the store where purchased to return the skates for a free repair. K2 Sports is contacting all known purchasers directly.
- Brand
- K2 Sports
- Recall published
- July 16, 2019
- Category
- Sports & Outdoors
- Units
- About 2,700 pairs of skates (in addition, about 740 pairs were sold in Canada)
- Sold at / sales period
- Specialty stores nationwide and online at www.k2sports.com from January 2019 through May 2019 for between $280 and $300.
